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What’s In Driven’s HR 10W-40 Conventional Oil?



Antioxidants Prevents the chemical breakdown of the oil
Friction Modifier Reduces friction between rubbing and sliding   parts
Seal-Swell Agent Conditions the seal materials to prevent   leaks
Viscosity Index Improver Improves the viscosity characteristics of the   motor oil
Foam Inhibitor Reduces the tendency of the oil to foam


The End Of “Backwards Compatibility”


Since the beginning of the API engine oil licensing system, each and every new specification has been considered “backwards compatible.” This is a fancy way of saying the newest oil is as good as or better than the previous oil.

The exact statement made on API’s MotorOilMatters.com website is as follows:

“For automotive gasoline engines, the latest ILSAC standard or API Service Category includes the performance properties of each earlier category and can be used to service older engines where earlier category oils were recommended.”

Since the outbreak of failed flat tappet camshafts a decade ago, this “backwards compatibility” has been called into question by engine builders, camshaft manufacturers and consumers. Within the last year, an asterisk has appeared on the statement of “backwards compatibility” on the Petroleum Quality Institute website that says the current API SN and SM oil specs may not be suitable for some flat tappet engines.

That asterisk marks a significant shift in thinking. The stakeholders in the API (the vehicle OEMs and oil companies) are slightly acknowledging that one oil specification cannot cover the requirements of all gasoline engines ever built. That really does sound like a ridiculous idea when you put it down in black and white.

Over this last decade of “compromised compatibility” these same engine builders, camshaft manufacturers and automotive enthusiasts have all received an education on motor oil that most of them did not ask for. The word “Zinc” took on new meaning in automotive circles.
Apparently “Zinc” was more than just an ingredient in your multi-vitamin, and if your motor oil was deficient in the proper quantity and type of “Zinc” your camshaft would end up deficient of a few lobes.

In response, special “Zinc” additives and specially formulated “high-zinc” oils appeared on the market in response to the situation.

However, most automotive enthusiasts and engine builders have been burned in the past by “snake oils” that promise the moon but deliver mud in the eye, so the market was slow to accept these products. Even today, many enthusiasts still doubt the idea that “new oils are bad
for old engines.”


Here is a sample from what Porsche has released:

“This engine oil has been developed by experts with the specific aim of meeting the demands of air-cooled engines. The thermal load is higher than in water-cooled units, which means that the engine oil has to work harder to cool the engine down. The traditionally high power output per litre of the engines also results in high compression and high pressures. A compact and lightweight engine design means that the connecting rods will be short in relation to the piston stroke, which in turn means high lateral piston forces and correspondingly high demands on the lubricating film stability of the oil. In short, the older flat engines in particular can’t just use any old oil.

Modern oils use highly efficient detergent/dispersant agents to thoroughly clean the engine and reliably remove dirt, which can be too much of a good thing for a classic Porsche engine. It is true that additional deposits should be prevented and oil-soluble contaminants such as soot, water and dust kept suspended until they are drained off through the oil filter or removed during the next oil change, but at the same time it is important that the deposits which have built up over decades are not suddenly dissolved and that seals are not corroded.


Does any of that sound familiar?

Hopefully the announcement by Porsche will create awareness that specialty oils are not “snake oils.” In fact, oils designed specifically for the hardware and the application are better than a generic, one-size-fits-all API specification. The sooner this idea is embraced, the sooner engine builders, parts manufacturers and enthusiasts can stop worrying about the chemistry of motor oil and just go back to using oil. Then, Zinc can just be the stuff in your multi-vitamin and the stuff that keeps your cam happy.

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New Video: What Makes Driven Different?


If you think all oil companies are the same, you need to take a few minutes and watch our latest video. Lake Speed Jr. explains why Driven Racing Oil is different and the how the company takes a unique approach to solving lubricant challenges.

Technology Makes Carb Defender Fuel Additive Different


This video takes a closer look at the technology that separates Driven Carb Defender from all other Ethanol fuel additives on the market. Carb Defender is specially formulated for the anti-corrosion needs of carbureted engines.

Watch: Driven Carb Defender Technology Explained

Other Driven Racing Oil videos are available on YouTube at www.youtube.com/DrivenRacingOil.

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Driven Racing Oil Syncromesh Transmission Fluid


Huntersville, NCDriven Racing OilSynchromesh Transmission Fluid is a specially formulated, advanced synthetic lubricant designed to far exceed the lubrication requirements of synchronized manual transmissions and transaxles.

Synchromesh Transmission Fluid from Driven protects gears, bearings and internal clutches in extreme temperatures. It outperforms conventional oils and delivers outstanding performance in the extreme environments experienced by applications such as track day cars and race vehicles. This transmission fluid reduces friction, heat and wear, while improving shifting characteristics and lowering operating temperatures. Designed to exceed performance requirements for General Motors, Chrysler, Honda and Mini Cooper synchronized transmissions, Synchromesh Transmission Fluid features advanced synthetic base stocks, multifunctional performance additives, corrosion inhibitors, a foam suppressor and a shear stable viscosity index improver additive. It provides excellent synchronizer performance and compatibility with yellow metals, such as bronze, brass and copper components found in manual transaxles and transmissions. Driven Racing Oil Syncromesh Transmission Fluid is recommended for manual transmissions that require automatic transmission fluids, multi-viscosity motor oils or straight grade motor oils. It is also ideal for 2-cycle gear boxes. Not for use in engines, hypoid rear axles or limited-slip applications.

Driven Racing Oil Carb Defender Race Concentrate


Huntersville, NC– Designed for carbureted engines that use Methanol, E85 or Oxygenated race fuel, Driven’s Carb Defender™Race Concentrate prevents corrosion and deposits in the fuel system and intake tract.

Driven’s Carb Defender Race Concentrate delivers specially formulated additives that protect against carburetor corrosion and induction deposits. Special corrosion inhibitors work to prevent damage and diminished performance caused by fuels containing Methanol and Ethanol, as well as the moisture these fuels attract. This powerful new additive controls combustion chamber residue, plus cleans and protects surfaces of the fuel system and intake tract. Carb Defender Race Concentrate also contains a multi-functional lubricant so “top lubes” are not required. Just one bottle of additive treats up to 55 gallons of fuel, and the bottle features a handy view strip to let users measure out doses for as little as five gallons of gas. Driven Racing Oil™ Carb Defender Race Concentrate works with Methanol, E85 and race fuels, and it is compatible with spec fuel and water tests.

Driven Racing Oil BR40 Break-In Oil


Huntersville, NC New BR40 Break-In Oil from Driven Racing Oil™ is specially formulated to provide your engine with the proper foundation for maximum durability and performance during the critical break-in period.

Driven’s new BR40 Break-In Oil features a conventional 10W-40 viscosity that’s perfect for motorcycle, classic muscle car and European sports car engines. BR40 not only delivers maximum scuffing protection, it also contains an anti-wear formulation that doesn’t rely on friction modifiers, which helps promote proper ring seating. Ideal for use in flat tappet and aggressive roller cam engines, the BR40 blend is formulated to improve ring seal without increasing wear, and is good for dyno testing, a night of racing or up to 400 miles on the street. With no Zinc (ZDDP) added, the BR40 Break-In Oil is best used with Ethanol-blended fuels, pure Methanol fuels and oxygenated race fuels. Just combine BR40 with a proper break-in procedure, and you can be sure that you’ve done everything required to ensure both maximum engine performance and service life.